Billy Bob Faulkingham
Billy Bob Faulkingham is a lifelong Mainer, commercial fisherman, and dedicated public servant who has spent his life working the waters of Downeast Maine. Born and raised in Winter Harbor, he understands firsthand the challenges facing Maine's fishing communities, small business owners, and working families. His roots run deep in the traditions and values that have made Maine strong, and he brings that same grit and determination to Augusta every day he serves. First elected to the Maine House of Representatives, Faulkingham built a reputation as a fierce advocate for coastal communities, property rights, and reducing the regulatory burden on fishermen and small businesses. He has consistently stood up against overreach from government agencies that threaten the livelihoods of hardworking Mainers, particularly in the fishing industry. His no-nonsense approach and willingness to fight for his constituents earned him the trust and respect of communities across Downeast Maine. Now seeking a seat in the Maine State Senate, Billy Bob Faulkingham is ready to bring his experience and his unwavering commitment to Maine values to a larger stage. He is running to protect Maine's fishing industry from burdensome federal and state regulations, keep taxes low, defend the Second Amendment, and ensure that the voices of rural and coastal Mainers are heard loud and clear in Augusta. He believes government should work for the people, not the other way around.
Key Priorities
- Oppose new offshore wind development that threatens Maine fishing grounds
- Cut state income and property taxes to provide relief for working families
- Protect and expand Constitutional Carry and Second Amendment rights in Maine
- Reform Maine's permitting and regulatory system to support small businesses and property owners
- Oppose sanctuary city policies and support full cooperation with federal immigration enforcement
- Expand access to substance use treatment to combat the opioid crisis in rural Maine
- Defend Maine's traditional industries — fishing, farming, and forestry — from overregulation
- Ensure government transparency and accountability in state budget spending